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AutomationDirect Adds Multi-Turn, Absolute Encoders From Lika Electronic

AutomationDirect added new multi-turn, absolute encoders from Lika Electronic that use Ethernet or serial communication to ...
PV Tech

Will Modbus TCP be the dominant communication standard for C&I solar inverter environments going forward?

Modbus TCP connections pose many benefits over RTU RS-485 alternatives. Image: PV Tech. In the last couple of years, the market has seen a few commercial and industrial (C&I) inverter models and ...
Automation World

Modbus TCP/IP Simulation Driver

A MiMiC Simulation Driver allows I/O and process simulation for devices that support the Modbus TCP/IP protocol. The driver provides high-speed simulation for Modbus controllers; quick and easy set up ...
KNXtoday

PEAKnx launches new KNX Modbus Gateway TCP secure

As it is powered directly via the KNX bus, no additional power supply is required. Commissioning is straightforward with ETS, the configuration software for KNX: Using the ETS configuration tool, up ...
Automation World

New EtherNet/IP Linking Devices Enable Communication Between Rockwell PLCs and Devices on PROFIBUS, Modbus-TCP and Serial Lines

HMS Industrial Networks now introduces a new family of Linking Devices for EtherNet/IP allowing users to connect any serial, PROFIBUS or Modbus-TCP device to a Rockwell ControlLogix or CompactLogix ...